June 28 - July 1 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. daily Ships can have some of the best and worst food around. Travel the seas through your stomach this week by learning and tasting some traditional recipes. Be extra cautious—some may make you squeamish! Cost is $60. Youth...
June 14-17 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. daily Learn about those scurvy dogs who sailed the waters of the Atlantic coast and beyond! From Stede Bonnet to Ching Shih, campers will learn about life at sea, why sailors to turn to piracy, and what perks there were in...
Check out our newly updated "My Museum Book" and get ready for your visit. This book helps to explain what we do, programs you may be interested in, when we are open to the public as well as some rules to keep in mind when...
Create maritime-inspired art with the educator, dance around to get some wiggles out, and listen to a story. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program. Cost is $7. Youth ages 4 to 6 are welcome to attend. All programs are...
Sort, color, and race your favorite ducks then listen to a great story about five little ducks! Children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program. Cost is $7. Youth ages 4 to 6 are welcome to attend. All programs are subject...
Learn about one of our biggest aquatic friends during this class that includes a singalong, craft, and story time. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program. Cost is $7. Youth ages 4 to 6 are welcome to attend. All programs...
Native tribespeople are not that different from you and me! Let us compare their lives to our own to practice our matching skills and learn about the first people who lived in this area. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the...
Doctors help us feel better; and when you are aboard a ship, they are quite helpful. Sign up for your appointment and participate in dress-up and storytime. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program. Cost is $7. Youth ages 4...
SOUTHPORT, NC — Descendants of enslaved Africans, the Gullah-Geechee people established a unique culture along the southeastern coast. An upcoming presentation hosted by the N.C. Maritime Museum at Southport will showcase how the early traditions continue to influence to this day. The Rev. Sean Palmer will...
SOUTHPORT — The North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport recently renewed its commitment to ensuring visitors feel welcomed. Staff at the museum completed requirements to renew its Certified Autism Center designation through the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards, which required ongoing professional development...